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title: Private Half day tour around Madeira Island
lang: en
alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/madeira/tours/private-half-day-tour-around-madeira-island-153233P1/
type: tour
city: Madeira
country: Portugal
price: 190
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_group
availability: bookable
rating: 5
reviews: 184
duration_minutes: 180
duration_max_minutes: 240
languages: [pt, en]
free_cancellation: true
rank_in_category: 1 of 24 (Private Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-02
data_updated: 2026-09-25
canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/tours/private-half-day-tour-around-madeira-island-153233P1/
---

# Private Half day tour around Madeira Island

**Guidekin's take:** A private half day with a local guide in a car for up to four or a van for up to seven, priced per group, mixing local areas, viewpoints and a swim if you want one. Pickup is only from the Funchal area; the toboggan ride and the Cabo Girão skywalk are paid extras. 5 from 184 reviews at €190 per group/vehicle.

## Overview

A local guide providing a fun, relaxing and knowledgeable tour around Madeira Island. Whenever you are a seasoned traveler or visiting for the first time, these tours are designed to cater all interests. This private tour is a mix of everything - local areas, sightseeing, nature, swimming and so much more.

In the rare event that I'm fully booked, rest assured that my brother Ricardo and our team of professional drivers are ready to step in and ensure that your tour is nothing short of spectacular.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Starts 09:00: one departure a day
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available

## Key facts

- Price: from €190 per group/vehicle
- Duration: 3h–4h
- Rating: 5.0/5 from 184 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Recommended by 100% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews)
- Operator: Madeira Tours by Diogo

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Day Tour max. 4 person | €190 per group | English, Portuguese | Private sightseeing tour<br/>Duration: 4 hours<br/>Snack & drink stop can be made<br/>Mercedes Viano/ Vito<br/>Pickup included |
| Half Day Tour max. 7 person | €220 per group | English, Portuguese | Private sightseeing tour <br/>Duration: 4 hours<br/>Snack & drink stop can be made<br/>Mercedes Viano & Dacia<br/>Pickup included |

## What's included

- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pickup only from Funchal area

## Not included

- Madeira Toboggan Ride for 2 persons 35€ (*closed on Sundays)
- Skywalk "Cabo Girao" platform

## Itinerary

1. **- Monte toboggan run if wanting to do this it’s 15 Euro each** (30m) - I will pick you up from the bottom. If not you can just watch/have a drink in a cafe. - Monte Church
2. **Cabo Girao** (30m) - - A glass platform skywalk 580 meters high. Entry €2 pp from March 2023.
3. **Miradouro Pico Dos Barcelos** (30m) - Perched high above Funchal, the Pico dos Barcelos Viewpoint offers visitors a breathtaking panorama of Madeira's capital city and beyond. This viewpoint is renowned for its stunning vistas, which span from the deep blue Atlantic Ocean to the sprawling cityscape nestled among...
4. **Baia de Camara de Lobos** (40m) - - A typical Madeiran fishing village. Where Winston Churchill enjoyed painting the scenery.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 09:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-02
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €190 | €95 |
| 4 | €190 | €48 |
| 6 | €220 | €37 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date.

## Compared with other Private Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #1 of 24** | €190 per group | 3h–4h | 5.0 (184) | private |
| [CABO GIRÃO (Half Day tour/3h) / Private Classic Car (4L).](/portugal/madeira/tours/cabo-gir-o-half-day-tour-3h-private-classic-car-4l-331095P4/?format=md) | €95 per group |  | 5.0 (175) | private |
| [Full Day of Wonders: Madeira 4x4 Private Tour](/portugal/madeira/tours/full-day-of-wonders-madeira-4x4-private-tour-457696P1/?format=md) | €425 per group | 7h | 5.0 (115) | private |
| [Madeira "Mystery Tour" - Full Day Private 4x4 Jeep ](/portugal/madeira/tours/madeira-mystery-tour-full-day-private-4x4-jeep-433184P11/?format=md) | €259 per group | 7h | 4.99 (237) | private |

Ranked #1 of 24 in Private Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €40 to €310, median €100; typical length 4h. 24 of 24 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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